Entertainment Careers Casting Calls and Auditions

Associate News Producer

Come work for one of the Valley’s most admired employers. WFMJ Television is seeking a full-time associate news producer to work in the TV news department. You’ll gather news, write news, produce news and book guests for our daily newscasts. A Journalism background or related degree is required. Previous Journalism experience (including college) preferred. We are looking for someone with a serious love of local news and the competitive desire to be the best. You must be able to deal with the public by phone and email, work in a fast-paced environment, generate ideas for local news coverage and be able to pivot to a new idea if your first one doesn’t pan out. Personality and drive are key components for this job. No wallflowers need apply. WFMJ offers extremely competitive pay and benefits that include medical, dental, vision and paid vacation.

If you are serious about pursuing a career in Journalism don’t miss this opportunity to join a great organization.

Send cover email and resume to:
Mona Alexander,
WFMJ News Director.
[email protected]

EOE.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/monaalexander21/
WFMJ TV 21

Kansas City Kapitals

Tiffany & Co.

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Company Description

NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group,

world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service. Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast NBCUniversal’s commitment and how we are making an impact.

Job Description

Division Profile

NBCUniversal is a leader in providing entertainment programming to the US and international marketplaces. The Global Television Distribution division is responsible for the distribution of NBCUniversal products to all forms of linear and digital media. This includes the distribution of current and library theatrical movies, direct-to-video movies, documentaries, and specials, plus all forms of television products – scripted TV series, non-scripted TV series, mini-series, animation, and TV movies.

Overview

The Assistant Manager will be responsible for servicing current broadcast and library TV materials to a select group of Worldwide Electronic-Sell Through, Video-On-Demand, Subscription Video on Demand, and Ad-Supported Video-On-Demand clients who license products from NBC Universal Television. This position will be responsible for setting up the delivery in a timely fashion and in accordance with contractual terms.

This individual will report to the Manager, WW New Media Platform TV Servicing

Responsibilities

• Research availability of materials needed to service clients within provided timeline, including time sensitive launches per contractual terms.
• Investigate and resolve material rejections.
• Deal with inquiries from clients, responding to all questions and concerns regarding NBC Universal product within division SLA.
• Complete status reports and research projects as requested by Sales, Account Management teams and Supervisor.
• Maintain reports of all products licensed, delivery requirements, and status of servicing across clients assigned. Update purchase order and inventory systems with relevant delivery and invoice information in a timely manner.
• Interact with Sales, Sales Administration, Legal, Marketing, Publicity, Technical Services and outside Post Production and storage facilities to prioritize asset creation and delivery for one or more of the following media: EST, VOD, SVOD, and AVOD.
• Coordinate with Supervisor, Sales, Finance and Legal to insure that license agreements are properly approved before proceeding with delivery.
• Assist in metadata and art delivery when needed.
• Perform other related duties as requested by management.
• Work long hours as needed, including weekends .
• This position will include a company cell phone.

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the company.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of one year’s experience in videotape and/or digital operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365 – including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and OneNote.
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel, including Macros (VBA)and, Pivot Tables; experience with database systems and advanced Formulas.

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered.
• Must be willing to work in Universal City, California.
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
• In select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated, must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or adhere to enhanced protocols.
• This position has been designated as a hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Desired Characteristics

• Knowledge of videotape, digital encoding formats, and electronic delivery methods.
• Experience servicing EST/VOD Worldwide Platform Clients, i.e. Google, and Amazon.
• Must work effectively under own initiative, self-direct, prioritize tasks and maintain focus under the pressure of strict deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate clearly and professionally with both internal and external clients/customers.
• Team player – able to multitask and deal with different clients simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies, changing priorities, and processing systems.
• Positive work ethic with a high degree of integrity and professionalism.
• Foreign Language Skills a plus, but not required.
• Fundamental knowledge of XML is a plus, but not required.

Salary Range: $62,000-$70,000

Additional Information

NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.
NBCUniversal

Creative Director

The CREATIVE DIRECTOR, spearheads the creative strategy and campaign development for Broadway shows and arts institutions. This position works closely with the Design, Motion and Social teams to create exciting campaigns across all media, and reports to the Chief Creative Officer.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Hands-on writing on shows and arts institutions
• Copy editing the work of 4-5 writers
• Oversee, train and guide a team of 4-5 writers
• Have respect for all working parties and help create a safe, open, honest and positive working environment.
• Conceptualize innovative, idea-driven campaigns
• Present concepts to clients with confidence, and be a creative leader both internally and externally
• Think big picture; use copy strategically and innovates to drive sales
• Work closely with internal teams, including Design, Motion, Social, Digital, and Accounts, to execute campaigns
• Maintain the brand voice across all platforms
• Be proactive in terms of campaign shifts in the lifecycle of a show
• Direct talent in voiceover sessions and on set
• Handle some team administrative matters (e.g. freelancers, process, team events, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of copywriting for an advertising or marketing agency
• Experience in the theater, entertainment, or music space is key
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Extreme attention to detail and strong ability to multitask / prioritize projects
• Ability to keep calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with a range of personalities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Keynote and Power Point
• Love and knowledge of theater a must

Aquent

Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact – The work you do here matters to millions.
• Growth – Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?
• Diversity & Inclusion – Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits – We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy (OACCE) closes the gap in access to quality cultural experiences and creative expression through the support and promotion of arts, culture and the creative industries; connects Philadelphians to enriching, arts-infused experiences; links local artists and cultural organizations to resources and opportunities; and preserves the City’s public art assets.

Job Description

OACCE seeks a full-time Assistant Public Art Director who will assist and support the Public Art Director and the Chief Cultural Officer on various initiatives within the City of Philadelphia’s Public Art program such as the commissioning of permanent public art projects, and developing programs centered around the City’s public art collection. The City of Philadelphia’s public art collection is one of the City’s greatest assets. Located in indoor and outdoor spaces throughout every neighborhood in the city, Philadelphia’s public art reflects its rich history, diverse communities, and long-standing commitment to the arts. The Assistant Public Art Director is critical in the process to administer the Percent for Art Ordinance, section 16-103 of the Philadelphia Code, and ensuring that Philadelphia’s public art commissions reflect the diversity of Philadelphia’s residents and visitors and its rich cultural landscape.

Work-Life

Working hours are generally 37.5 hours per week. Our team is currently hybrid, working three days from home and two days in the office. Staff can opt to work in the office each day if desired. Hybrid work is contingent on MDO guidance and policies.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Percent for Art Program – Assist with managing all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the City’s Percent for Art Program and coordinate with Percent for Art Project Managers on all tasks to facilitate successful, site specific public art projects at City owned sites, including drafting the Call for Artists, managing communications with project committees and partner organizations, communicating with artists, and coordinating with various City operating departments. Speak at public meetings or workshops, both in-person and virtual, to share information about the Percent for Art Program and about specific public art opportunities with Philadelphia’s diverse communities.
• Special Projects –Assist with managing special public art projects as assigned to OACCE such as commissioning of public artworks, exhibits and other projects outside of the Percent for Art program as assigned.
• Conservation and Collection Management – Assist the Public Art Director on the conservation, restoration and collection management of the City of Philadelphia’s 1000+ works of public art. Assist with updating and maintaining the City’s database of public artworks. Coordinate and manage the work of outside conservators who provide conservation and maintenance services to the city.
• Donation Management – Assist the Public Art Director on administering the policies and processes related to proposed donations of public art, memorials, and monuments to the City of Philadelphia and guide potential donors through the public art donation process for placing art on public property.
• Communications – Assist the Public Art Director and the Community Engagement & Communications Manager on fostering the relationship between Philadelphians and the City’s public art collection through public engagement and communications efforts.
• Administration – Generate documents for meetings, internal and external communications, and reports for all Public Art related functions. Assist with creating templates and tools to enhance administrative and project management efficiency across projects.
• Data Management – Maintain and update project notes and program files, track metrics and performance measures related to Public Art on a timely and consistent basis for internal and external reporting. Update and manage all data tracking excel spreadsheets for the Public Art program.
• Complete other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience with arts related project management and organizing projects with many stakeholders and partners,
• Passionate about public engagement and comfortable with public speaking and managing public discourse in diverse communities,
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, self motivated and creative,
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and digital),
• Experience with leading and organizing meetings with diverse communities or in urban settings,
• High level of Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint,
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus,
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools such as Mailchimp, Canva, and WordPress,
• Familiarity with form builders or survey tools such as Cognito, Survey Monkey, Submittable, Google Forms,
• Proactive, self-directed, teachable, and show an enthusiasm to take on new projects,
• Ability to multi-task and monitor multiple projects simultaneously,
• Ability to effectively work under pressure to meet deadlines,
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Qualifications

TRAINING & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent educational experience is required. Experience with community outreach and engagement is a plus. Knowledge of Philadelphia arts and culture sector is a plus. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in arts administration, arts-related project management, arts education, or other related public facing work.

Additional Information

DEADLINE TO APPLY: January 20, 2023. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, 3 samples of arts related projects you have managed, and 2 writing samples (1 page each) to [email protected] with Email Subject “Assistant Public Art Director.” Phone calls will not be accepted.

Salary Range: $70,000 – $80,000

Did you know?

• We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer
• 25% tuition discount program for City employees (and sometimes spouses and dependents as well) in partnership with area colleges and universities
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Please note that effective September 1, 2021 the City of Philadelphia is requiring all new employees to present proof of vaccination against COVID-19.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to [email protected].

For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: https://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx
City of Philadelphia

Laura Rathe Fine Art is seeking a full-time experienced Associate Director.

The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, self-motivated and an outgoing team player. They must have a strong ability to multi-task and to easily shift from approaching clients to administrative tasks. Prior fine art gallery sales and management experience required.

A large part of the job is to manage gallery operations and sales. This person greets visitors to the gallery and therefore must be personable and have a deep understanding of the gallery artists. A background in art history is preferred, as well as knowledge of the art market.

The associate director duties include but are not limited to administrative tasks such as inventory, website and digital files management, mailing list and client management. This person is also responsible for exhibition planning including marketing and advertising, shipping, managing installation, and coordinating the opening reception.

Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office is essential.

Qualifications and Requirements

– proficiency in Microsoft Word and Adobe Photoshop

– fine art sales experience REQUIRED

– knowledge of gallery management systems

– must be highly organized and able to efficiently handle multiple tasks

– excellent verbal and written communication skills

The responsibilities include:

– interfacing with clients

– keeping track of client inquiries

– exhibition planning, marketing and shipping logistics

– liaise with artists

– art handling and inventory

– website and mailing list management

– coordinate special events

Must be available to work weekends.

Laura Rathe Fine Art

Description

Chernoff Newman is passionate about solving problems through creative communications. We enjoy the folks we spend our days with, whether it’s inside the office or outside after hours. We have a relentless curiosity, no matter what discipline we’re working within, and that drives our passion for creativity. It also fuels a culture of collaboration and fun. We live in a team environment, where we truly work across all disciplines in our marketing efforts. And the most important member of our team? That’s our client. This approach, where we put our clients first, helps us work together as a unified team. A team built to connect with consumers on a personal level. Technology may drive this engagement, but people are who really make it happen.

We’re in search of someone who is able to routinely conceptualize creative solutions that effectively communicate strategic intent across a variety of mediums. Ultimately, our art directors are expected to understand clients’ needs and visually express ideas through compelling, persuasive imagery and design. Art directors work closely with our associate creative directors and copywriters to schedule and monitor all art direction and graphic design projects.

Our best work is achieved when we bring diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets together to solve problems for our clients. In addition to diversity of thought, we value diversity of people and are committed to a workforce that’s inclusive of our community and culture.

Requirements

• A minimum of an associates (2 year) degree in advertising, communication design, or visual arts. A bachelor (4 year) degree is preferred.
• 3+ years of design experience in an agency setting is required.
• If no degree is possessed, then 6–8 years related experience in agency setting is required.
• Must possess exceptional computer skills. Macintosh operating platform a must. Thorough knowledge of the following software applications is required: Adobe Creative Cloud, Keynote and any widely utilized word processing application.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and provide marketable solutions in conceiving, developing, and producing tactics.

Specific Responsibilities Include

• Primary Responsibilities: Art Direction/Graphic Design
• Interact with Copywriters, FE Developers to develop creative concepts and executions of assigned product(s).
• Possess solid understanding of the science and market dynamics of assigned product(s).
• Work closely with account executives to schedule and monitor all projects.
• Provide accurate time and cost estimates for each tactic.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks, as directed by Creative Director or ACDs.
• The responsibilities are many, various, and not limited to those written in this document.

Benefits

• Healthcare Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k Matching Plan
• Life Insurance (Company paid)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability (Company paid)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
• Paid parental leave
• Training & Development

Growth Path

Increased responsibilities and direct reports as the Agency and its affiliates continue to grow. As a general guide, Art Directors will be trained and developed to become Senior Art Directors.

And here are a few ways we describe the people who fit into our agency culture:

• Curious – everyone here has the courage to wonder what’s next for our clients and our industry
• Team-driven – this is a true team environment where our clients are the most important member of the team
• Big thinkers – we are all makers, innovators and catalysts for change
• Business savvy – our focus is on strategic, original work that drives a positive bottom line for our client
• Get it done attitude – we are client-focused, responsive and always thinking about measuring our results
• Pride in work – we do what we say by the best of our ability and we are always going for great

If you are ready for the challenge, then we are ready to hear from you!

Pay Range: Industry competitive, commensurate with experience
Chernoff Newman